Reduce Inflammation in the Body by Simply Sipping This Tea

Like food, certain drinks can be considered harmful, whereas others are essential and extremely beneficial for our health. Water is good for us, and sugary drinks are bad, we all know that but what if you’re looking for something more than just hydration? What if you’re looking for a drink that could decrease inflammation in the body and relieve you of the nagging pain and swelling that goes with it? Well, in that case, tea is your best friend, as drinking green tea and various herbal teas regularly can soothe your organs and joints and provide various nutrients capable of reducing inflammation throughout the body. These 6 teas are not only tasty but also particularly suitable for calming the inflammatory processes in the body, be it chronic inflammation or an ordinary cold.

1. Rosehip tea (rosa canina)

 

 

Rosehip tea is prepared from rose hips, small, bright red accessory fruits that grow on a particular type of rose, the dog rose. Rosa canina, the scientific name of the plant, is a widespread species of wild roses common all around Europe, northwest Africa, and western Asia, and its fruits were traditionally used to treat different ailments for millennia.

Rich in vitamin C, E and β-Carotene, these fruits were an important source of vitamins for the previous generations, especially during the winter, as dried rose hips can be stored for months without going bad. Only recently, however, we have discovered that rosehip is extremely rich in phenols, potent antioxidants that protect the cells from free radical damage.

Apart from that, the fruits contain several triterpene acids, which are known to prevent inflammation. Clinical trials have reported that rosehip powder can reduce pain in rheumatoid arthritis, one of the most common chronic inflammations.

How to prepare this tea, kindly view in my recipe blog

 

 

2. Turmeric tea

 

Turmeric tea is prepared from the roots of the turmeric plant. The roots are sold fresh, dried and, most often, in the form of a powder. Turmeric is common throughout Asia, and the bright golden roots of this plant were used in Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine for millennia. Powdered turmeric is also used as a natural dye.

Turmeric owes its anti-inflammatory effects to the active ingredient called curcumin which also gives the root its bright yellow color. Several studies using a turmeric supplement confirmed that it’s effective at relieving the pain and reducing inflammation caused by chronic inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and heart disease.

Turmeric was also shown to help joint and muscle pain and increasing mobility both in osteoarthritis and post-exercise.

( How to prepare this tea, kindly see my recipe blog)

 

 

3. Green tea

 

 

All tea varieties are made of the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, but different growing and processing techniques yield different kinds of tea. Green teas are generally fermented and processed much less and more gently than red or black tea varieties, and so it contains a lot more antioxidants and other beneficial phytochemicals.

Green tea originated over 1.000 years ago in China, but ever since, it spread to other Asian countries and is popular worldwide today. The antioxidants we mentioned earlier are all polyphenols, and one of them, EGCG, is considered to be most effective at dealing with inflammation

Japanese matcha tea is reported to have the highest amounts of EGCG, but most green teas will contain the beneficial ingredient as well. Research reports that EGCG can relieve IBD symptoms and can dampen the development of chronic degenerative diseases (Alzheimer’s, heart disease and some cancers).

Do keep in mind, however, that much like coffee, green tea contains caffeine, and so it can be harmful to certain patients, so talk to your doctor to check for any possible medication interactions. 

 

Green tea comes in countless varieties, each having its own optimal brewing time and temperature, so follow the instructions on the packaging of the tea of your choice. We recommend opting for loose leaf teas, as those are generally made of younger tea leaves that have more antioxidants.

4. Fennel Tea

If you’re surprised to find out that fennel can be brewed into a tea, you’re likely familiar with the sweet and pungent vegetable that has its own health benefits, but not its seeds. Yes, both the seeds and the bulb of this Mediterranean plant are used for both culinary and medicinal purposes. 

 

Fennel seeds, in particular, are rich in phenols, just like rosehip, and are often used to soothe digestive issues, particularly bloating, but it is also a potent pain reliever for menstrual cramps.

How to prepare this tea, kindly view my recipe blog, thanks.

 

 

5. Ginger tea

 

 

Ginger root needs no introduction, it’s one of the most popular tea ingredients and an extremely widespread spice. Ginger originated somewhere in Southeast Asia a long time ago, but today, its medicinal and culinary uses span worldwide and go far beyond traditional medicine and cuisine. 

 

As of today, scientists discovered over 50 antioxidants in ginger, and these powerful phytochemicals can reduce the inflammation in your entire body. Studies involving diabetics, as well as patients suffering from osteoarthritis have observed a global reduction in many inflammation markers following a course of ginger supplements.

Do keep in mind that ginger is not for everyone.

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6. Tulsi

Also known as holy basil, this leafy plant native to the Indian subcontinent is a recurring ingredient in traditional medicine, especially in Ayurveda, where it’s known as a powerful adaptogen capable of helping the body to cope with emotional and environmental stress.

Modern research builds upon the traditional uses of the plant, with studies finding that tulsi has anti-inflammatory properties throughout the body, reducing blood sugar, blood pressure and LDL (bad) cholesterol levels. Other research found that the plant may also reduce swelling, decrease pain and inflammation by inhibiting enzymes that trigger the inflammatory response. 

 

Finally, holy basil use was linked to a reduction of uric acid levels, alleviating pain in such conditions as gout and rheumatoid arthritis.

How to prepare tulsi tea, see my recipe blog, thanks.

 

 

 

This is only for your information, kindly take the advice of your doctor for medicines, exercises and so on.   

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